State Church and liberal thought collide in 19th century critique
The author argues liberalism and toleration arise from free press and universities rather than State Church influence. He condemns church monopoly at Oxford and attempts to bar Nonconformists from universities, warning that the Establishment undermines peace and may collapse as religious differences intensify or the nation embraces free inquiry.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Clerica Corporation
Peel
Gladstone
Oxford
Temple
Supreme Court of Appeal
Church comprehension unscriptural debated in Nonconformist letters
A letter challenges Mr T H Williams on church comprehensiveness arguing that New Testament dogmas are explicit and that Christ and apostles corrected erroneous views through definitions. It cites scripture from John, Paul, and John again, insisting Paul was liberal but not latitudinarian and condemns indulgence toward major doctrinal errors.
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T. H. Williame
Christ
John the Baptist
God
John
Jesus
Paul
Jesus Christ
Lord Jesus Christ
Williame
Mr. Williams
Simon Peter
Moses
Asia
Williams
Unitarianism and Catholicity of Opinion Debate
Letter to the editor discusses John Gordon and Mr Martineau on Unitarian doctrine. It argues against discarding long held catholicity and warns against transforming Unitarianism into a sect by limiting doctrinal debate and expelling historical memorials.
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John Gordon
Martineau
Mr. Martineau
Courts of Equity
Hewley
Follett
Gladstone
Holy Land
Priestley
Channing
Baxter
Heywood
Henry
Letter from Manchester clergyman on church life 1869
The writer reflects on Mr Gordon and Mr Martineau in church matters. He concedes his earlier accusation was too general and notes Martineau's remonstrances have helped the denomination. He closes by urging a second reading to reduce misconceptions and personal reproaches. Manchester December 11 1869.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
The
Inquirer
Christian Reformer
Gordon
Proposal for a week of special services in Congregational churches
The Rev J O Harrison proposes a week of noontide and evening services to reach a broader audience and test the Congregational system. He cites recent Twelve Days Mission success in London and Brixton Hill Chapel, where noonday services drew about two hundred daily. The idea could spread beyond London to large towns, requires lay involvement, and calls for coordinated effort among congregations to maximize impact.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
Brixton Hill Chapel
Harrison
National Education League Opinion Letter Urges Unsectarian System
A Nonconformist writer argues for backing the Birmingham National Education League over the Manchester Union. He condemns denominational schooling and calls for unsectarian, state-supported education, urging Nonconformists to support clergy and campaigns nationwide to end sectarian instruction.
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Manchester
Birmingham
Birmingham National Education League
Manchester Union
League
Church of England
Ares
Empire
England
Ireland
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J. O. Harrison
National Education League
Nonconformist
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